McDonald's Smoothies

[lash44 313]

How healthy is the Mac smoothie, I was advised it's full of sugar. Here is the skinny on on the cool treat from the golden archers.

strawberry banana 22 oz. cup has 330 calories - there are no fresh strawberries and/or bananas, its a Syrup what they called a "blend"

made with strawberry puree, banana puree, Water, sugar, concentrated apple juice, and other stuff.

Does anyone have additional info on the nutritional value from Micky D's smoothie.< /p>

Lash

[Paul11011 372]

Calorieking.com is a great resource.

http://www.calorieking.com/foods/calories-in-beverages-smoothies-strawberry-banana_f-ZmlkPTE3ODQ0NQ.html

(?) Nutrition Facts Calories 330(1379 kJ)% Daily Value 1 Total Fat1g 2% Sat. Fat0.5g 3% Trans Fat0g Cholesterol5mg 2% Sodium55mg 2% Total Carbs.77g 26% Dietary Fiber4g 16% Sugars70g Protein3g

[lash44 313]

Thanks

[AutumnLily 77]

That is a whole lot of carbs and sugar. I prefer to make my own.

[dlflightgirl 2]

That is way over my carb allowance. Lol

[Becca 108]

That is a LOT of carbs! Their "healthy" yogurt parfaits and oatmeal and loaded with carbs and sugar, too. My NUT told me once about a WLS patient who actually gained weight post op from the drinks at McDonalds. I guess that has always made me stay away!

[Billy363627 15]

Everything other than Mc Donalds Diet coke or unsweetened tea has too many calories and carbs..lol

[Billy363627 15]

Everything other than Mc Donalds Diet coke or unsweetened tea has too many calories and carbs..lol

[M2G 1,836]

Here are the 20 worst drinks in America (not sure what it is based on, but this link shows the sugar equivalent in donuts, dessert, cakes, pies, treats, etc. so it is very eye opening)

http://blisstree.com/eat/20-worst-beverages-in-america/

And I found this about their smoothies (def. high in sugar and low in protein!)

http://nutrition.mcdonalds.com/nutritionexchange/itemDetailInfo.do?itemID=3701

[Brother J 11]

Commercially prepared smoothies are a carb trap.

[LilMissDiva Irene 3,280]

Here are the 20 worst drinks in America (not sure what it is based on, but this link shows the sugar equivalent in donuts, dessert, cakes, pies, treats, etc. so it is very eye opening)

http://blisstree.com...ges-in-america/

And I found this about their smoothies (def. high in sugar and low in protein!)

http://nutrition.mcd....do?itemID=3701

SUFFRIN SUCCATASH!!! LOL It just cracks me up when one sees the word "Smoothie" it is instantly thought of as healthy. They are not healthy, they are full of sugar. Personally I'd rather have one PBC and be happy with 1/20th of the amount of sugar than what that smoothie king drink has... blechh!!!!

In regards to McDonalds, its safe to say just about zero things there is going to be healthy for me. Yes, even their newest invention, the oatmeal. I'm sure they have hacked it up so with so much fat and sugar it should be considered a sin, as oatmeal is generally a healthy wise choice. Even many restaurants ADD SUGAR to their garden salads!! It's best to stay home and prepare everything myself so I'll know exactly whats going into it.

[Brother J 11]

Diva~ super lexcellent links. These calorie bombs are lethal!

[janinemaire 7]

My daughter works at Jumba juice and they have very good smoothies mostly healthy and some unhealthy. But you can have them make a smoothie any way you want and they can add Protein powder also. My daughter said tell them what you want in your smoothie and they will make it and if you don't like it they will make you another one for free. I tried so many after my surgery, but don't tell my daughter I really don't like smoothies in general.

[MovinForward 2]

ya that is crazy, Too bad they cant come up with healthier options!